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Gujarat Launches Integrated Renewable Energy Policy 2025 to Boost Green Energy and Grid Stability – EQ

December 26, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : Gujarat has unveiled its Integrated Renewable Energy Policy 2025, aimed at accelerating renewable energy deployment, supporting grid stability, and encouraging investment in clean energy technologies. The policy provides a comprehensive framework for solar, wind, and hybrid projects, promoting sustainable growth, efficient resource utilisation, and India’s broader energy transition objectives. in Detail : […]

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CERC Introduces Virtual PPA Framework to Support Renewable Energy Targets – EQ

December 26, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced norms for virtual power purchase agreements to facilitate renewable energy procurement. The framework is aimed at enabling flexibility in meeting clean energy targets, improving market participation, and supporting corporate and utility buyers in procuring renewable power without physical delivery constraints. In Detail : The Central […]

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Power Corporation Seeks UPERC Approval to Recover Smart Meter Installation Costs – EQ

December 26, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : A state power corporation has approached the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking approval to recover the cost of smart meter installation from consumers. The move is aimed at supporting large-scale deployment of smart meters, improving billing accuracy, reducing losses, and strengthening overall efficiency in power distribution across the state. In Detail […]

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Uninterrupted Power Supply Benefits 1.25 Lakh Households in Srinagar, Says CM Abdullah – EQ

December 25, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Abdullah has said that uninterrupted electricity supply is now benefitting around 1.25 lakh households in Srinagar. The improved power availability reflects infrastructure upgrades and better management, enhancing daily life, economic activity, and public services while strengthening energy reliability in the region. In Detail : Chief Minister Abdullah […]

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No Final Decision Taken on Power Sector Privatisation, Says UP Energy Minister – EQ

December 25, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : Uttar Pradesh’s energy minister has clarified that no final decision has been taken on the privatisation of the state’s power sector. The statement comes amid ongoing discussions on reforms aimed at improving efficiency, reducing losses, and strengthening service delivery, while ensuring consumer interests and energy security remain protected. In Detail : The […]

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Lower, Fixed Transaction Fee Structure for Power Exchanges Under Consideration – EQ

December 25, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : A move to introduce lower, fixed transaction fees for power exchanges is under consideration to improve transparency and reduce costs for market participants. The proposed change aims to make power trading more efficient, enhance liquidity, encourage wider participation, and support the evolution of India’s competitive electricity markets. In Detail : Power market […]

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India’s Non-Fossil Power Generation Share Rises Toward One-Third Milestone – EQ

December 24, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : India’s non-fossil power generation share has moved steadily toward the one-third mark, reflecting sustained growth in renewables, hydro, and nuclear capacity. Rising solar and wind output, supported by policy initiatives and infrastructure investments, is reshaping the country’s power mix and strengthening progress toward long-term decarbonisation and energy security goals. In Detail : […]

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MNRE in 2025: Batteries Emerge as the Missing Link in India’s Renewable Energy Transition – EQ

December 24, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : In 2025, India’s renewable energy strategy increasingly highlighted battery storage as the critical enabler of large-scale clean power integration. As solar and wind capacity expanded rapidly, batteries emerged as the missing link for grid stability, peak management, and round-the-clock supply, shaping MNRE’s policy focus on storage deployment, market mechanisms, and domestic manufacturing. […]

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India to Require 230 GWh of Energy Storage by 2030 to Stabilise Grid with 254 GW Renewables – EQ

December 24, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : As India’s renewable energy capacity reaches 254 GW, the country will require nearly 230 GWh of energy storage by 2030 to maintain grid stability. Large-scale battery storage, pumped hydro, and hybrid solutions will play a critical role in balancing intermittency, ensuring reliable power supply, and supporting India’s transition toward a resilient, renewables-dominated […]

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India Reclaims Position as World’s Third-Largest Wind Market in 2025: BNEF – EQ

December 24, 2025 Anand Gupta

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In Short : India has reclaimed its position as the world’s third-largest wind power market in 2025, according to BloombergNEF. Accelerated project execution, improved policy clarity, and rising demand for clean energy have driven higher capacity additions. The resurgence highlights India’s strengthening wind sector and its critical role in meeting long-term renewable energy and decarbonisation […]

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